Whether you are new to meal prep and have no idea where to start, or you have been going at it a while and need some new ideas, this post is just for you! Below, I listed 25 of the best high protein dinner meal prep ideas so you can reach your goals and still enjoy foods you adore!
25 High Protein Dinner Meal Prep
1. Philly Cheesesteak Protein Bowl
This delicious high-protein dinner meal prep is just perfect! It comes together super easy and is convenient to portion out into meal prep containers. It is a great low-carb option on its own, or you can pair it with some yummy healthy garlic bread if you decide against ditching the carbs.
2. High-Protein Chicken Enchiladas
If you are all about Mexican food like me, you definitely want to try these delicious enchiladas for your high protein dinner meal prep! These enchiladas are bursting with flavor and will make meal prepping for the week a breeze! Just remember to put your extras like sour cream, nonfat Greek yogurt, or salsa in portion containers on the side so you don’t have a big mess.
3. Chicken Ranch Wraps
These ranch wraps are perfect for meal prep because they come together super quickly and can even be frozen! To make these a bit lighter, use low-carb tortillas like these and a light ranch. You can also add more protein by making your own ranch with nonfat Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning, and a bit of skim milk!
4. Greek Chicken Bowls
These Greek chicken bowls are jam-packed with delicious flavors and are super easy to portion out into containers, which makes them the perfect high protein dinner meal prep! You can use cauliflower rice if you are doing low-carb, or just add extra veggies! I recommend keeping the tzatziki sauce in a separate container until you are ready to eat it for the best quality!
5. Spicy Pineapple Chicken
If you love a combination of sweet and savory, you will absolutely love this spicy pineapple chicken! It is super high in protein and easy to portion out. Just pair it with some basmati or whole-grain rice for the perfect healthy and filling meal that will keep you from wanting a midnight snack!
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6. Air Fryer Sweet Chili Chicken and Brussels
If you love Asian-inspired dishes, you will go crazy for this meal! It is super easy to make using an air fryer, so all you need to do is portion it out into individual containers until you are ready to eat! This dish pairs best with delicious rice, but feel free to use cauliflower rice or even some yummy baby red potatoes.
7. Turkey Ricotta Meatballs
These turkey ricotta meatballs are just perfect for meal prep because you can make a ton of them at once and freeze them for months! These pairs are great with pasta or zucchini noodles and marinara sauce! The best part is that they already have a Myfitnesspal entry, which makes logging them super easy!
8. Sheet Pan Sesame Chicken and Veggies
This delicious sheet pan chicken and veggies is jam-packed full of delicious nutrients and a super easy and healthy high-protein meal prep dinner idea! You just throw all the ingredients onto a pan, season it up, and put it in the oven until the chicken is cooked through and the veggies are tender.
9. Southwestern Chicken Salad
Chicken salad is always a great option during the warm summer months, especially when you get home from work and the last thing you want to do is heat up the stove! That is why this southwestern chicken salad may be your new favorite go-to high protein dinner meal prep recipe! If you don’t have time to cook chicken to shred, you can buy a rotisserie chicken from the store, and some places sell it already prepulled!
10. Spicy Rigatoni
This delicious recipe is loaded with protein and under 500 calories, making it perfect for meal prep! It also comes together super quickly and is really easy to portion out into your meal prep containers.
11. Creamy Chipotle Chicken Pasta
Here is another great pasta that is wonderful for a high-protein meal prep dinner! This creamy Cajun Pasta is absolutely delicious and also quick and easy! You can also freeze portions of this and thaw them out when you need them for the coming week.
12. Cheddar Bacon Ranch Turkey Quesadillas
It seems a little crazy that you can consider a quesadilla a meal prep option, especially since meal prep is supposed to be healthy! Rest assured, these quesadillas will definitely help you stick to your plan without ever feeling like you are missing out. Sounds like a win to me!
13. High Protein Chicken Fried Rice
If you want something to meal prep that will help you put a stop to ordering takeout, you definitely need to give this recipe a try! It is so much healthier than the takeout version and has a lot more protein to help you reach your goals!
14. Chipotle Steak Bowls
Here is another great option to help you avoid eating out for dinner! If you crave Chipotle on the regular, these delicious bowls will definitely satisfy your craving without breaking your calorie budget. It is also super easy to put together. That’s a win-win!
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15. Tuna Pasta Salad
Are you looking for something cool and refreshing for your high-protein dinner meal prep?
This week? Look no further! This delicious tuna pasta salad is super versatile and can be changed to fit your specific needs! You can add more tuna and cottage cheese if you want more protein. To make this dish lighter, opt for light mayo or even nonfat Greek yogurt instead of the full-fat stuff.
16. Loaded Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet
If you consider yourself more of a meat-and-potatoes kind of person but thought you had to give it up in search of a healthier lifestyle, think again! This recipe is high in protein and absolutely too easy to portion out into your meal prep containers for the week. It’s also only 215 calories a serving, so you could totally double it up if you need more protein!
17. Lazy Lasagna
If you are feeling lasagna but don’t feel like going through the whole shebang or just want a lighter option, this lazy lasagna is just what you are looking for! My entire family absolutely loves this recipe, so it is a great meal prep option for everyone! It is also super quick and easy to make and includes the serving size in grams so you can measure out perfect portions effortlessly. You can also easily look this recipe up on my fitness pal, so you can log it super fast!
18. BBQ Pulled Chicken
This BBQ-pulled chicken comes together in minutes and is absolutely perfect for your high-protein dinner meal prep! You can use this delicious BBQ chicken for so many things, so it is great if you would like to switch things up. You can make BBQ sandwiches, BBQ lettuce wraps, or even BBQ chicken tacos using these low-carb tortillas!
19. High Protein Buffalo Chicken Pasa
Here is another fabulous pasta recipe that works great for meal prep! If you love everything buffalo as much as I do, you have to try this recipe!! It is super fast and makes a wonderful meal prep dinner for throughout the week!
20. Low-Carb Firecracker Ground Chicken
Sticking to your plan has never been easier when you can eat food like this every single day! This delicious firecracker chicken comes together in a pinch and is super easy to portion out into individual containers. You can serve it with cauliflower rice or even make a half-and-half mixture if you have a few carbs to spare.
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21. Low-Carb Burger Bowl
These low-carb burger bowls are super high protein and make a great option for your dinner meal prep! They taste almost exactly like a yummy burger, even down to the delicious burger sauce! Except they are so much healthier!
22. BBQ Chicken Ranch Bowl
Here is another delicious bowl idea for your dinner meal prep! These BBQ chicken ranch bowls are jam-packed with protein and provide an awesome burst of flavor; you won’t even think twice about eating them every day!
23. High Protein Chili
If you are looking for a high-protein dinner meal prep idea for cold fall and winter days, this high-protein chili should go to the top of your list! Add extra protein by swapping out nonfat Greek yogurt for sour cream on top!
24. High Protein Taco Mac and Cheese
Here is another family favorite that is great for dinner meal prep any time! This taco mac and cheese is ooey, gooey, and bursting with flavor! This recipe also has a serving size of grams, which makes it super easy to portion out into containers!
25. Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls
Craving pizza but need more protein than carbs? This delicious cottage cheese pizza bowl is the perfect meal prep dinner for you! It is loaded with protein and has all the things you love about pizza without the heavy carbs! Want to add a little carbs to the mix? Try toasting half of a hot dog bun with some Parkay and garlic for a nice, yummy, light garlic bread that won’t break your calorie budget!
